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  1. Watch Video Billy Crystal on Pixar's 'Monsters University': Mike Is 'My Favorite Character I’ve Ever Played'

    Billy Crystal on Pixar's 'Monsters University': Mike Is 'My Favorite Character I’ve Ever Played'

    10:35 am PDT 10/10/2012
    • Ashley Lee
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    The comedian raves about John Goodman, his Pixar character Mike Wazowski and getting nostalgic when discussing his upcoming film "Parental Guidance" with Bette Midler. READ MORE

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  2. NYFF 2012: Rob Reiner, Billy Crystal, Robin Wright Spill Secrets About the Making of 'Princess Bride'

    NYFF 2012: Rob Reiner, Billy Crystal, Robin Wright Spill Secrets About the Making of 'Princess Bride'

    4:32 pm PDT 10/3/2012
    • Ashley Lee
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    Twenty-five years after the movie's release, Cary Elwes, Carol Kane, Mandy Patinkin, Chris Sarandon and Wallace Shawn also reminisce about ambidextrous sword fighting, reshooting ruined takes due to Reiner's constant laughter and working with actors in giant rat costumes. READ MORE

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  3. Watch Video NYFF 2012: Directors Reflect on 'Here and There', Restored 'Little Shop of Horrors'

    NYFF 2012: Directors Reflect on 'Here and There', Restored 'Little Shop of Horrors'

    6:12 pm PDT 9/29/2012
    • Ashley Lee
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    THR talks with Antonio Mendez Esparza on screening "Here and There" in the city where it all started, Jeff Kaufman on working with Bill Cosby in "The Savoy King," and Frank Oz on finally releasing a happier ending for the 1986 film, "Little Shop of Horrors." READ MORE

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  4. Silver-Haired Christmas Day Showdown: Streisand vs. Crystal, Midler

    Silver-Haired Christmas Day Showdown: Streisand vs. Crystal, Midler

    12:23 pm PDT 8/22/2012
    • Pamela McClintock
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    As Hollywood taps into the growing power of the older moviegoer, "The Guilt Trip" and "Parental Guidance" both open Dec. 25. READ MORE

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  5. Billy Crystal Book on Aging Sells for $4 Million (Exclusive)

    Billy Crystal Book on Aging Sells for $4 Million (Exclusive)

    8:23 am PDT 8/9/2012
    • Erin Carlson
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    It's official: the veteran comic has sold a book to New York publishers with his own special take on getting older. READ MORE

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  6. Billy Crystal to Write a Humor Book About Aging (Exclusive)

    Billy Crystal to Write a Humor Book About Aging (Exclusive)

    7:00 am PDT 8/8/2012
    • Merle Ginsberg
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    The veteran comic is pitching a book to New York publishers with his own special take on getting older. READ MORE

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  7. Watch Video Bob Costas' 5 Most Memorable Interviews (Video)

    Bob Costas' 5 Most Memorable Interviews (Video)

    9:00 am PDT 7/18/2012
    • Marisa Guthrie
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    From Mickey Mantle admitting he wasn't a "good father" to Mark McGwire confirming his steroid use, five interviews in which Costas hit it out of the park. READ MORE

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  8. Nora Ephron Tributes: Meryl Streep, Billy Crystal, Carrie Fisher Remember the Late Writer-Director

    Nora Ephron Tributes: Meryl Streep, Billy Crystal, Carrie Fisher Remember the Late Writer-Director

    11:00 am PDT 7/11/2012
    • THR Staff
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    Industry friends share personal memories with THR, from her "amazing" skills in the kitchen to her "brilliant observation" to the legacy of films like "When Harry Met Sally." READ MORE

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    Watch Video 'I'll Have What She's Having': 7 Great Parodies of Nora Ephron's Famous 'When Harry Met Sally' Deli Scene (Video)

    'I'll Have What She's Having': 7 Great Parodies of Nora Ephron's Famous 'When Harry Met Sally' Deli Scene (Video)

    6:40 pm PDT 6/29/2012
    • Austin Siegemund-Broka
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    The classic line from the 1989 romantic comedy has been spoofed by everyone from the Muppets to "Family Guy." READ MORE

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  10. 'When Harry Met Sally' Stars Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Carrie Fisher Pay Tribute to Nora Ephron

    'When Harry Met Sally' Stars Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Carrie Fisher Pay Tribute to Nora Ephron

    7:46 pm PDT 6/26/2012
    • Kimberly Nordyke
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    UPDATE: The writer-director, whose other credits include "You've Got Mail" and "Sleepless in Seattle," died Tuesday after a battle with leukemia. READ MORE

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  11. From 'When Harry Met Sally' to 'Sleepless in Seattle': 11 Movies From Nora Ephron's Celebrated Career

    From 'When Harry Met Sally' to 'Sleepless in Seattle': 11 Movies From Nora Ephron's Celebrated Career

    6:07 pm PDT 6/26/2012
    • Kimberly Nordyke
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    The writer-director died June 26 at age 71. READ MORE

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  12. Watch Video Nora Ephron's 5 Most Memorable Movies (Video)

    Nora Ephron's 5 Most Memorable Movies (Video)

    4:41 pm PDT 6/26/2012
    • Kimberly Nordyke
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    UDPATED: The writer-director, who died Tuesday at age 71, has a slew of critical and commercial hits -- from "When Harry Met Sally" to "You've Got Mail" -- to her credit. READ MORE

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  13. Watch Video 'Monsters University' Trailer Reunites Sulley and Mike (Video)

    'Monsters University' Trailer Reunites Sulley and Mike (Video)

    6:03 am PDT 6/20/2012
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    UPDATED: A teaser for the Disney/Pixar prequel features the two during their raucous college days. READ MORE

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  14. The Oscars, Hollywood and Race: A Wake Up Call By Russell Simmons (Exclusive)

    The Oscars, Hollywood and Race: A Wake Up Call By Russell Simmons (Exclusive)

    9:53 am PST 3/2/2012
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    The hip-hop pioneer and entrepreneur writes a scathing critique of the industry's disconnect from its audience. READ MORE

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  15. Watch Video Billy Crystal's Oscar Blackface: Sammy Davis, Jr.'s Daughter '100 Percent Certain My Father Is Smiling' (Exclusive)

    Billy Crystal's Oscar Blackface: Sammy Davis, Jr.'s Daughter '100 Percent Certain My Father Is Smiling' (Exclusive)

    5:00 am PST 3/1/2012
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Tracey Davis, daughter of the late Rat Packer, also tells THR that her dad "would have dug hanging out with Justin Bieber." READ MORE

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  16. Oscar Celebs Confronted About Politics By Fox News Red Carpet Reporter (VIDEO)

    Oscar Celebs Confronted About Politics By Fox News Red Carpet Reporter (VIDEO)

    4:26 pm PST 2/28/2012
    • Paul Bond
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    "The O'Reilly Factor" engaged George Clooney, Glenn Close, Sandra Bullock, Angelina Jolie and others in conversation about the state of the union, whether they wanted to or not. READ MORE

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  17. Billy Crystal’s Oscar-Night Sammy Davis Jr. Impersonation Draws “Blackface” Criticisms

    Billy Crystal’s Oscar-Night Sammy Davis Jr. Impersonation Draws “Blackface” Criticisms

    5:00 pm PST 2/27/2012
    • Todd Gilchrist
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    Oscar host Billy Crystal drew criticism after revisiting an even older bit in which he impersonates Sammy Davis Jr., prompting claims that his “blackface” performance was offensive and racist. READ MORE

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  18. Oscar 2012 Ratings In Canada Match 2011 Numbers

    Oscar 2012 Ratings In Canada Match 2011 Numbers

    3:08 pm PST 2/27/2012
    • Etan Vlessing
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    CTV reports viewership peaked when Canadian actor Christopher Plummer took the stage to receive his Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. READ MORE

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  19. Oscars 2012 Reviews: What the Critics Are Saying

    Oscars 2012 Reviews: What the Critics Are Saying

    7:21 am PST 2/27/2012
    • Erin Carlson
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    The verdict: largely negative. In fact, THR's Tim Goodman called the Billy Crystal-hosted telecast a "safe, unfunny, retro-disaster." READ MORE

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  20. Oscars 2012: 'The Artist,' 'Hugo' Top Academy Awards

    Oscars 2012: 'The Artist,' 'Hugo' Top Academy Awards

    10:16 pm PST 2/26/2012
    • Gregg Kilday
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    Both films won five awards at the 84th Academy Awards, hosted by Billy Crystal. READ MORE

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    Billy Crystal's Oscar Opening Monologue

    After an opening video sequence in which Crystal drops into some of the most memorable films of 2011, the host appeared on stage for his opening monologue.

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